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UNF’s Morgan Ray helps swimming relay team land silver medal in Paralympics
Read full article: UNF’s Morgan Ray helps swimming relay team land silver medal in ParalympicsMorgan Ray has his first Paralympics medal. The Bartram Trail High School graduate and current University of North Florida student helped the United States win silver in the 20-point mixed 4x50-meter medley relay at the Paralympics on Thursday.
Drownings are increasing. Here's how to swim safe this summer
Read full article: Drownings are increasing. Here's how to swim safe this summerDrownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it's critically important to follow basic safety precautions around pools, lakes, and the ocean.
Clay High grad Caeleb Dressel headed back to Olympics after qualifying for relay
Read full article: Clay High grad Caeleb Dressel headed back to Olympics after qualifying for relayClay High School graduate Caeleb Dressel finished third in the 100-meter freestyle on Wednesday night at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, qualifying for his third straight Games, but this time, only in the relays.
Olympic swimming hopeful Kensey McMahon suspended 4 years for banned substance
Read full article: Olympic swimming hopeful Kensey McMahon suspended 4 years for banned substanceKensey McMahon, a Mandarin High School graduate and potential Paris Olympian, was suspended for four years by the United States Anti-Doping Agency for a positive test for a banned substance.
Swimming safety tips to keep in mind as pools reopen for summer
Read full article: Swimming safety tips to keep in mind as pools reopen for summerMany pools will be reopening this Memorial Day. And if you’re planning to take your little ones swimming, there are some safety tips parents should keep in mind.
VIDEO: Nassau County deputy and neighbors help save child’s life after near-drowning
Read full article: VIDEO: Nassau County deputy and neighbors help save child’s life after near-drowningThe Nassau County Sheriff's Office posted a warning and video of a three year old who nearly drowned after falling into a swimming pool.
Numerous people rescued from choppy beach waters as red, purple flags signal warning to swimmers
Read full article: Numerous people rescued from choppy beach waters as red, purple flags signal warning to swimmersSt. John’s County Marine Rescue came to the aid of multiple swimmers in distress at beaches from the State Park to Crescent Beach.
Amanda DeVoe: From nearly drowning to overcoming decades-long fear of deep water
Read full article: Amanda DeVoe: From nearly drowning to overcoming decades-long fear of deep waterThe Red Cross says 54% of adults can’t swim well enough to save themselves. Amanda DeVoe used to be part of that statistic, but now, she officially knows how to swim.
Man describes rescue of possible shark bite victim in Jacksonville Beach
Read full article: Man describes rescue of possible shark bite victim in Jacksonville BeachA man who was severely injured in the waters off Jacksonville Beach on Saturday might have been bitten by a shark, lifeguards told News4JAX.
Olympic gold medalist Hogshead-Makar: Transgender ruling positive news for female swimmers
Read full article: Olympic gold medalist Hogshead-Makar: Transgender ruling positive news for female swimmersNancy Hogshead-Makar, a four-time Olympic swimming medalist, Episcopal School graduate and advocate for women’s rights in sports, said that it’s not fair for biological women to have to compete against transgender women in sports.
Former Bartram Trail swimmer Morgan Ray overcomes more obstacles at Paraswimming World Championships
Read full article: Former Bartram Trail swimmer Morgan Ray overcomes more obstacles at Paraswimming World ChampionshipsAfter earning a spot on Team USA, former Bartram Trail swimmer Morgan Ray arrived at the Paraswimming World Championships in Portugal only to test positive for COVID-19. After being cleared on Wednesday, he was in the pool for the first time at the meet and nearly broke an American record.
Thinking about running a triathlon? 5 tips before jumping in
Read full article: Thinking about running a triathlon? 5 tips before jumping inEither exercising more or achieving greater fitness goals are usually popular New Year’s resolutions for people, but have you thought about an even bolder resolution that will ensure you either get or remain in great shape?
Long path to Team USA swimming team begins Friday for area products
Read full article: Long path to Team USA swimming team begins Friday for area productsThe race to make the U.S. Olympic swimming team begins on Friday in Omaha, Neb. Six swimmers with area ties compete in the first wave of qualifying over the next four days.
Bolles swimming teams look to keep record streaks growing on Sunday
Read full article: Bolles swimming teams look to keep record streaks growing on SundayThe Bolles girls have 33 in all, including 27 straight. The girls team had a close call in 2016 with a 10-point team win over Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest, but haven’t been threatened before or since that. Bolles has 35 boys qualifiers (32 individuals and all three relay teams), making its depth. The Bolles girls have similar depth, with 29 individual qualifiers and all three relay teams. Creekside’s girls team brought home the Class 4A team state championship last week.